Claire’s Tip of the Week: How to make breadcrumbs

Today’s shrimp recipe calls for fresh breadcrumbs. A step you don’t need to shy away from making. And with Thanksgiving around the corner, now is the time to start stockpiling stale bread in the freezer for stuffing recipes too.

Making your own bread crumbs is as easy as turning on the oven. Use dry, stale bread or place bread on a baking sheet and bake in a 350 degree oven turning bread half way through baking until dry, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely. Place bread in a blender or a food processor and pulse to desired texture.

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Depending on what you are making, you may want a fine or coarse crumb. For stuffing your holiday bird, cut or tear the bread into one-inch cubes or pieces before toasting. Eight-ounces of bread will yield about 8 cups. Store in an airtight container or re-sealable bag.